Avid (uk)
Unsigned Indie / Rock band from the Worksop / Chesterfield area, UK.
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
The band was originaly formed in 1998 by Matt(Lead Guitar) and Lee(Lead Vocals) as a four piece. It wasn't for around 8 months or so that the band settles on their third Drummer Will. The band stayed pretty much the same for the next six year with the exception of an added keyboard player for a short time. It was the beginning of 2004 the the bass player Steve decided to leave the band due to other commitments in his life. It wasn't long before the band discovered an outstanding self tought bass player by the name of Dru. Although only playing for a year Dru was already an outstanding player and easily filled the void left by the recent departure. This brings us to the band as they are today - Lee Hodgkiss - Vocals + Guitar, Matt Liddy - Guitar, Dru Berrisford - Bass Guitar and Will Shemilt - Drums
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
Yes, we've been a gigging band for around seven years now. We've played at just about every type of venue from Working Mens Clubs to Theaters and festivals. Our regular venue at the moment is 'The Old Ship' in Worksop, Nottinghamshire.
Your musical influences
Early influences include Oasis , Travis , Stereophonics , R E M and much of Britpop during the 90's. As the band has matured the influence has grown to include many more bands, the most notable of which being Pink Floyd.
What equipment do you use?
Lots n lots of PA (Spirit Desk, Turbosound Speakers ...)
Marshall Amplification
Fender Guitars
D W Drums
And an old Tambourine with half the bits missing.
Anything else?
Official site www.avidsound.tk
